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IMF warns UK faces ‘significant challenges’ amid trade war
The International Monetary Fund highlighted that unexpected economic shocks could threaten the UK government’s fiscal targets, emphasizing constrained flexibility in public finance...
Read Full Article →Reeves should consider ending pension triple lock and charging for NHS treatment, says IMF
The IMF recommends that the UK government explore new revenue sources and fiscal policies to maintain financial stability and ensure progress toward reducing the national budget de...
Read Full Article →Rachel Reeves faces gloomy autumn after borrowing overshoots
The unexpected increase in government borrowing has raised concerns about rising debt servicing expenses, potentially limiting fiscal flexibility and complicating efforts to manage...
Read Full Article →UK government eyes £5 billion seized Bitcoin sale to manage fiscal shortfall
The UK government is planning to liquidate a substantial amount of confiscated Bitcoin, potentially generating billions of pounds to alleviate the current budget deficit and improv...
Read Full Article →Starmer and Reeves promised honesty about public finances. Can they stay the course?
Labour faces a challenging balance between reducing national debt and addressing declining public support amid stagnant economic growth and the potential need for increased taxatio...
Read Full Article →Rachel Reeves to try to reassure City investors after unexpected UK GDP fall
Rachel Reeves aims to restore investor confidence by highlighting potential growth opportunities despite recent economic contraction and concerns over public finances ahead of the...
Read Full Article →Fall in UK GDP puts focus back on expectations of tax rises in autumn budget
The recent contraction in the UK economy increases concerns about future revenue shortfalls, potentially leading to higher taxes in the upcoming autumn fiscal plan to address budge...
Read Full Article →Is it time for a wealth tax on the super-rich? – podcast
Implementing a tax on high-net-worth individuals could provide additional government revenue to address budget shortfalls and support programs aimed at reducing economic disparitie...
Read Full Article →Wealth and stealth: Starmer eyes fresh tax hikes
Keir Starmer is considering new forms of taxation as concerns grow over fiscal sustainability, following the watchdog’s warning about rising welfare expenses and their impact on go...
Read Full Article →Public finances in 'relatively vulnerable position', OBR warns
The government's official economic body has indicated that the current state of the country's budget may face challenges, highlighting potential risks to fiscal stability in the ne...
Read Full Article →UK faces ‘daunting’ risks to public finances, OBR warns
The fiscal watchdog indicates that the country’s capacity to manage unexpected economic challenges has significantly weakened, posing considerable concerns for the stability of gov...
Read Full Article →M&S chair reveals two recent major company hacks have ‘gone unreported’; UK public finances ‘facing...
Recent undisclosed cybersecurity breaches at a major retailer highlight growing concerns about vulnerabilities that could contribute to increased financial pressures on the UK gove...
Read Full Article →OBR warns unfunded spending to damage UK finances amid ‘daunting’ risks
The Office for Budget Responsibility has highlighted that increased expenditure without corresponding revenue could strain the UK’s fiscal health, especially given ongoing internat...
Read Full Article →Reeves’s fearsome challenge: to balance backbenchers and bond markets
The chancellor’s need to satisfy both dissenting MPs and investor confidence has significant implications for managing the country’s debt and maintaining economic stability.
Read Full Article →UK government bond markets rally after Starmer backs Reeves
Investor confidence in UK debt improved following political support for the current chancellor, causing yields on 10-year government bonds to decrease and partially offset recent i...
Read Full Article →UK bond yields rise sharply amid speculation over future of Rachel Reeves
Uncertainty surrounding the chancellor’s status triggered a rapid increase in borrowing costs, reflecting investor concerns about the impact of recent welfare policy reversals on t...
Read Full Article →Bond markets calm despite government benefits u-turn
Despite the government reversing its benefits policy resulting in increased public spending, the UK government borrowing costs remained steady with minimal changes in bond yields d...
Read Full Article →BoE urged to curb bond sales investors say could ‘reignite’ sell-off
Fund managers warn that reducing bond purchases may increase borrowing expenses and strain government budgets, potentially affecting overall financial stability and investor confid...
Read Full Article →Saving British Steel leaves taxpayers with £900m bill
The government’s intervention to support British Steel is expected to result in nearly £900 million in public expenses, raising concerns about the country’s limited budget flexibil...
Read Full Article →Reeves may need to raise taxes by £20bn in autumn after UK borrowing rises
The rising government borrowing and a substantial budget shortfall in May have prompted concerns that increased revenue measures might be necessary to manage fiscal targets effecti...
Read Full Article →Welfare, debt and the NHS: Our public finances are on the road to ruin
Rising government spending on social programs, growing national debt, and healthcare costs are creating significant challenges for the sustainability and stability of the country’s...
Read Full Article →Demob-happy IFS director tears into Rachel Reeves’s spending review
The outgoing IFS director’s critical assessment suggests that the spending review may barely avoid tax increases, highlighting potential challenges in achieving fiscal targets with...
Read Full Article →Economists warn Rachel Reeves could be forced to make ‘£20bn tax grab’
Following the announcement of increased government expenditures across various sectors, experts indicate that significant revenue increases may be necessary to address fiscal chall...
Read Full Article →Government told migrant partners are a drag on UK finances
According to the Migration Advisory Committee, individuals entering the UK on partner and family visas tend to use more public resources than they contribute in taxes, affecting he...
Read Full Article →Rachel Reeves’s spending review will reveal what this government’s priorities really are | Helen Mil...
The upcoming spending review will outline how the government plans to allocate its substantial budget, influencing public services and economic priorities amid modest growth and co...
Read Full Article →Non-dom exodus could blow ‘black hole’ in public finances
A significant number of non-domiciled individuals departing the UK may substantially reduce government revenue, potentially eliminating available budget flexibility and impacting f...
Read Full Article →‘Ludicrous and unfair’: older workers react to pressure to delay retirement
The International Monetary Fund advises extending workforce participation among older individuals to address increasing fiscal challenges associated with an ageing population and e...
Read Full Article →UK government borrowing blows past estimates on Labour’s spending plans
In April, UK borrowing increased significantly beyond forecasts, highlighting challenges in managing public funds and reducing available fiscal flexibility amid rising debt interes...
Read Full Article →Lib Dems claim deeper trade deal with EU would raise £25bn of tax revenue
According to the Liberal Democrats, negotiating a more comprehensive trade agreement with the EU could generate an additional £25 billion in tax income, potentially funding the res...
Read Full Article →Non-doms tax changes could lead to ‘billions’ in losses for Reeves
Recent modifications to tax regulations targeting wealthy non-domiciled individuals may result in substantial revenue shortfalls, potentially costing the government billions rather...
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